1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 462 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Frontera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |